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CWU Campus Tour And Visitation Program

The CWU Visitation Program is a student-run program designed to give you a unique insight into campus life from a student's perspective. We understand visiting campus is one of the most important steps in selecting the college you attend —that's why we want you to come hear our students' stories. You'll know right away why your future is Central!

If you will be attending the Ellensburg Campus, you'll find visitation links below. If you will be attending one of our Central Washington University Centers link here and contact your center to request a tour.

Daily Tours

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Our Visitation Program offers a variety of programs to help you explore Central.

These basic tours are offered Monday through Friday (except holidays) at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m., and Saturday at11 a.m. by appointment only.

Full-campus guided walking tour
Opportunities for informational appointments with faculty or staff (except Saturdays)
Please note: Interior residence hall tours are only offered at our Cat Tracks and Open House programs

Reservations may be made up to a day in advance of an open tour day.

Cat Tracks

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Our Cat Tracks program offers less frequent, comprehensive one-day visits to campus. Often hosted by specific academic departments, Cat Tracks are designed to give the prospective student a full day on campus. Dates are scheduled throughout the year, generally on Fridays. Students have the opportunity to experience:

Admissions, Housing and Financial Aid Presentations
Academic Department Tours, Class Visits and Guest Speakers
Tours of Campus, Dining Hall and Residence Halls
Student Panels and Question & Answer Sessions with Current Students
An Official CWU Welcome Packet

Our Cat Track events generally run from 9am until mid-afternoon, with a 1-hour break for lunch. Meals are not provided.

Current Cat Tracks Dates

02/17/2012 -	Winter Cat Tracks
03/09/2012 -	Douglas Honors College Cat Tracks: http://www.cwu.edu/~dhc/
04/13/2012 -	STEP: Science Talent Expansion Program Cat Tracks: http://www.cwu.edu/step/
05/11/2012 -	College of Arts and Humanities Cat Tracks: http://www.cwu.edu/arts/

*Please note: one week prior to any Cat Tracks event, the online registration will close. However, you may call (509)963-1262 to make a reservation by phone.

*For groups larger than 10 visitors, please call our office directly at (509) 963-1262.

*For information on overnight accommodation please visit the Ellensburg Chamber of Commerce website: http://www.visitellen.com

FROM SEATTLE :
Take I-90 East to Ellensburg exit #106. Follow the main road to CWU-watch for the Welcome Center at 100 E. University Way.

FROM SPOKANE:
Take I-90 West to Ellensburg exit #109. Make a right off the exit ramp and follow Canyon Road/Main Street to University Way. Turn right onto University Way and drive one block to the Welcome Center at 100 E. University Way.

FROM YAKIMA /TRI-CITIES:
Take I-82 West to I-90 West and take the first Ellensburg exit #109. Make a right off the exit ramp and follow Canyon Road/Main Street to University Way. Turn right onto University Way and drive one block to the Welcome Center at 100 E. University Way.

FROM WENATCHEE:
Take US 97 South over Blewett Pass into Ellensburg. Turn right onto University Way and drive one block to the Welcome Center at 100 E. University Way.